Whip the cream

• Pour the cold heavy cream into a chilled mixing bowl.
• Add the sugar and whip to stiff peaks.

Prepare the bread

• Trim the crusts off the shokupan slices.
• Spread a thick layer of whipped cream on each slice.

Assemble the sandwiches

• Arrange the strawberry halves cut-side out over the cream on two slices.
• Fill the gaps with more cream, then top with the remaining slices.
• Press gently and wrap tightly in plastic wrap.

Chill and slice

• Refrigerate until the cream is set.
• Unwrap and cut each sandwich in half with a sharp knife to reveal the fruit.